Overall Score
32.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#4545)32.7
Performance(#5971)45.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6020)20.2
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3247)55.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The LG K8 features a plastic frame with a glass front and a plastic back, measuring 144.6 x 71.5 x 8.7 mm and weighing 157g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, suitable for basic tasks.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6735 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1.5GB of RAM, which is adequate for everyday use but may struggle with demanding applications.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with f/2.4 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2125 mAh, providing moderate usage time without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, it can be upgraded to 7.0 Nougat, offering a basic user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio.
- Available in black and white, the design is simple and functional without water resistance.
- Overall, the LG K8 is a straightforward device that meets essential smartphone needs.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: LG Phoenix 2 (AT&T); K350N; LG Escape 3 K373
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP2
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2125 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2125 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions144.6 x 71.5 x 8.7 mm (5.69 x 2.81 x 0.34 in)
Weight157 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity